2007 Kia K2700 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2007 Kia K2700 and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia K2700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia K2700 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Kia Subaru
Model K2700 Legacy
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 2665 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.1:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 130 km/hour 237 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 34.8 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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